
UKI2S Space portfolio
Publicly funded, privately managed VC investing in early-stage UK deep tech and space businesses.
About
The UK Innovation & Science Seed Fund (UKI2S) is a venture capital fund focused on nurturing innovative businesses emerging from the UK's publicly funded science and knowledge base. It provides early-stage capital, strategic advice, and support to help deep-tech companies, particularly in the space sector, overcome the 'valley of death' and scale globally. Managed by Future Planet Capital, UKI2S aims to bridge the gap between research and commercialization, leveraging public R&D funding as equity to support high-potential startups.
Key facts
At-a-glance profile data
- Website
- ukri.org
- Type
- VC
- Headquarters
- United Kingdom
- Funds raised
- $406M
- Portfolio companies
- 1
- Stages
- Pre-SeedSeed
- Sector focus
- SpaceTechDefence TechEngineering BiologyFusionKnowledge Assets
Recent investments
| Date | Company | Round | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jul 2026 | Silicon Microgravity | Funding Round | $7M |
Frequently asked
What companies has UKI2S Space portfolio invested in?
UKI2S Space portfolio has invested in Silicon Microgravity.